VISIT THE CAT SHOW

This cat show will be open to the public -- we welcome visitors! And, we're planning a whole bunch of fun activities especially for visitors!

The cat show will be held in the Jacklin Building (Building 25) at the Kootenai County Fairgrounds in Couer d'Alene, Idaho — 4056 N. Government Way Coeur d'Alene, Idaho 83815. PARKING IS FREE!

PUBLIC SHOW HOURS

We are open to the public from 9 AM to 5 PM on both Saturday and Sunday. (These are visitors' hours only; for exhibitors' hours, please see our Show Details page.)

ADMISSION 

  • Adults - $10
  • Seniors/Veterans/Students - $8
  • Family of 4 - $25  
  • Kids under 5 - free

JUDGING SCHEDULE

There is no specific time schedule for judging specific breeds; competitions for all classes go on throughout the day, all weekend long. Whenever you come, you should be able to see a broad variety of different breeds being judged. Also, throughout the day, you can see all the cats who aren't currently being judged as they relax with their owners, waiting for their next judging.

Activities for Visitors

We've got a whole bunch of fun activities designed especially for our visitors! All activities are included in your show admission. You can:

  • Attend free educational presentations on cat-related topics
  • Chat with a roving "cat ambassador" who will be happy to answer your questions about the show
  • Vote for your Favorite Feline Furry Foto
  • Bring your favorite stuffed animal to our Show & Tell Stuffies - Youth Roundup (especially for kids!)

For important details on all of these, see our Activities page.

CAT SHOW RULES

For your safety and the safety of the cats and exhibitors, please follow these rules while visiting our show:

  • ALWAYS ask permission before touching or petting a cat.
  • ALWAYS ask permission to photograph a cat.
  • A person carrying a cat has the RIGHT OF WAY.
  • If you hear the words "CAT OUT," please stand still until you hear "CAT CAUGHT". Never attempt to catch the cat yourself!
  • NEVER stick your fingers in a cage, or open an unattended cage.
  • Please, no running or loud noises!
  • DO NOT approach the cages in the judging rings -- please remain in front of the judging stands at all times.

Thank you! Have a great time and enjoy the show! 



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